Khao Kai Noi (KKN) is specific glutinous rice varieties produced exclusively in Xiengkhouang and Houaphanh Provinces. KKN has several unique characteristics that set it apart from other rice varieties: (i) exceptional taste and aroma; (ii) high milling ratio (grain:husk) of 80% compared with 70% for most other glutinous rice varieties; (iii) it is photoperiod-sensitive, late maturing and non-shattering; (iv) it has high yields under low input conditions averaging to 3-4 tons/ha; (v) it is grown at high altitude (more than 800 meters above sea level) but in rain-fed paddy environments; and (vi) there are seven varieties within the KKN rice group which are distinguished based on glume color and other characteristics, the “yellow KKN” being the most widely grown variety.